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[Sandra Bostwick]

Originally Posted by jennie622

You're welcome. Oh and if all else fails, pray!

[Eeyore Tattoo]

Must be where the saying "On a wing & a prayer" comes from.. Fearful fliers!

[DisneyWitch]

By the way...my advice is to talk to your doc before taking anything (even the over-th-counter stuff) before you go on the plane. Remember that medication can act wonky when (a) you're under stress (b) you're in a plane (pressurized air, ears popping, etc.). Years ago, my doc gave me a few Xanax for flying and said "take a half of one before you get on the plane" and it felt like I had been knocked out by a prize fighter!

When I told him about it upon landing, he said that sometimes meds can do that. Just an idea.

[mechurchlady]

Watch what meds you take because airlines can remove a passenger or prevent a passenger from boarding if they appear intoxicated or are not able to fly. A passenger who is groggy or irrational can be prevented from boarding. They do not need breath or blood tests to remove a passenger for unsound mind, drinking, or medical problems. So do not overdo the meds to where you are in happyland too much.

I bring food which calms me, keepmy mind very busy, and keep reminding myself to breath in and out. I tell myself it is just like Disneyland. I have rode out some wild turbulance because I kept thinking of Hawaiian Roller Coaster with an image of the bobsleds and other roller coasters in mind. Whoop that was a nice dip and we are climbing up for a nice ride on the roller coaster. I think every flight I have been on has had fears or anxiety. Each one was gotten through by using mind games and food.

[jennie622]

Originally Posted by DisneyWitch

By the way...my advice is to talk to your doc before taking anything (even the over-th-counter stuff) before you go on the plane. Remember that medication can act wonky when (a) you're under stress (b) you're in a plane (pressurized air, ears popping, etc.). Years ago, my doc gave me a few Xanax for flying and said "take a half of one before you get on the plane" and it felt like I had been knocked out by a prize fighter!

When I told him about it upon landing, he said that sometimes meds can do that. Just an idea.

I concur!!

[Eeyore Tattoo]

What I did was try the meds my doctor gave me weeks before my trip to be sure how I would feel. I took 1/2 a Xanax & was fine, happy & non stressed.. So I felt safe flying with 1/2 a pill.. I agree some people have different reactions to the drug & may appear intoxicated. You can never be too careful with meds..

[Sandra Bostwick]

Originally Posted by DisneyWitch

By the way...my advice is to talk to your doc before taking anything (even the over-th-counter stuff) before you go on the plane. Remember that medication can act wonky when (a) you're under stress (b) you're in a plane (pressurized air, ears popping, etc.). Years ago, my doc gave me a few Xanax for flying and said "take a half of one before you get on the plane" and it felt like I had been knocked out by a prize fighter!

When I told him about it upon landing, he said that sometimes meds can do that. Just an idea.

Very good idea!!

[Jakesmom1118]

Thank you all!!!!!!! I'm still anxious but hearing you say it'll be ok and I've been there helps a lot!!!! I will def check out the book and bring distractions.

If all else fails I'm gonna pray

Thank you Thank you Thank you!!!!!!!

[poegirl30]

Playing cards helped me last summer. DD and I got involved in a wicked game of gin, and I *almost* forgot that we were at the airport. For the plane ride, sea bands helped me tremendously.